Agnes Scott College Top Questions

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to not be an introvert. It will not do you any good.. Being involved in activities will make you more well-rounded and make the transition to college better. In being more well-rounded, you are more confident and able to surpass just being a freshmen in college. You are able to do anything you want without fear of what people think of you. I would also talk to myself about choosing a major. You do not have to choose a major right away, but have an idea in mind. Knowing what career you want to do or even choosing a major you think you want helps in the long run. It will keep you from feeling lost and afraid that you are wasting your parent's money. This advice will not automatically make your college experience great. College is what you make of it. Do not stay in your dorm all the time. Get out., make some friends, and above all , have a great time.

Don't worry about trying to keep your high school connections strong. They are not as important as the people who will become your friends during college.

As the layer of fog cleared and the sun began to appear, I gasped and realized I made it to the next phase of my life, college. The advise I would share to my high school senior self, is be prepared to go through a world wind of decisions as your life quickly moves into becoming a responsible adult. You will be tasked with choosing the right college, time management and paying for college tuition. You may feel overwhelmed a times with a wall of insecurities starting to build up, this may cause you to withdraw into your on world. You will experience a gamete of emotions which is something that will take you by surprise. It's normal! However, as you successfully transition to college, realize that God always has a plan. Never underestimate the strength of your talents. Have an open mind , listen to your parents and understand they are your biggest support. Stop for a moment, and take in these huge changes that have occurred and accept the person that high school shaped you to be. Be confident and steadfast and never let fear take away your opportunity. You worked hard and you deserve it!

Dear High School Tayla Burnett, You should be involved and connect with your peers and the proffessional high school personnel at Lakeside High School, so that you can receive the best guidance and be connected to the best resources on the college search journey. You should participate in leadership organizations and carry exectuive poistions so that you can be prepared to carry out these roles in college. They also let college recruiters know that they'll be accepting a leader into their college/university. Focus all four years of high school. Your grades and test scores do not only determaine your ability to get into a college/university, it also determaines your financial aid, and your competitive level for the scholarships that are available to you. Although you may need additional funds in college, be confident in all your decisions, even the bad ones. You are going to do great things. Sincerley, Tayla Burnett

As a college senior, I spent the large majority of my time preparing to go to one institution. When I got there, all I wished for was a chance to go back to my senior year. If I were to go back in time and speak with my high school senior self, I would tell her to stop wearing suits. The last year of highschool is supposed to be perpetually unending fun; not a never ending business trip. I would then tell myself to learn how to have fun. My idea of fun in highschool was reading a book and then hanging out with a few friends once every two months. Many of my friends went to different school and I have not gotten much time to talk to them. The last thing I would tell myself to do is to remember the power of a good conversation. I have seen the conversation skills I developed during the course of my undergraduate career open doors for me that still remain shut for several of my peers who may have better GPAs than I do. Lastly, I would tell her that college is a journey, not a destination.

I would work more to save up money to do some of the things my parents could not afford for me to do. I would have saved more of my notebooks from my high school classes because some of the same things were taught in high school that are taught in college. I would have studied harder and maybe taken a prepatory class for the AP tests. The classes and extra prep would have help me to do better and pass the AP tests. By passing these test I could have recieved college credits and may not have had to take some of my intro classes. I would have also taken more dual credit classes so that I could possibly graduate college earlier. I would have participated in more extra curricular activities. I would have applied for more scholarships and also applied to more colleges. I would have prepared myself more for the SAT and ACT.

Hello, Winner. I know you are really excited to leave highschool and purse your dreams in the real world, but just wait a minute while I give you these life changing tips. First off, you're going to have to finish school strong just like you did when you were a focused freshman looking to impress mom and dad with your fist highschool report card. Yes, you're going to find many of you're close freinds partying and watching time fly by, but I encourage you to be a leader and choose your own path. Imagine this, after highschool life still goes on, now take that in for a second. Once you leave highschool the security blanket is taken away, which means that you must make smart decisions towards your education and well being. Things only get harder from now on so you too must be more serious than you've ever been, which also means balancing your time effectively. Yes, you might want to continue partying in college like you did in highschool, but like I said, the security blanket will off by the time you reach college, so know your abilities and you'll be fine.

During my senior year of high school, I struggled with my anxiety and depression which turned out to be symptoms of what I was diagnosed with as Graves Disease. If I could go back to my senior self, I would remind myself of all I have accomplished thus far and all I am thankful for in my life. That would help me put everything into perspective and realize that wherever I end up is where I am going to end up and I cannot change what has already been done. All I can do is prepare better for what the future holds for me so I can be successful and do what I want to do without those negative thoughts creeping back into my mind. I would tell myself that I don't need to put uneeded stress on myself. All I need to do is show colleges everything I have to offer and then leave the decision process up to the admission counselors. Most importantly, I need to tell myself that college is going to be a new and exciting chapter in my life and no matter where I go, I will have amazing experiences with amazing new friends.

Live the present moment. The future might not always be there for you. Hold on to every second you get. Travel when possible. Discover your heritage. Acquire a new language. Don't mistake desire for true love. Learn how to treat a lady. The eyes never fail. Honesty is the best policy. The truth is liberating. Forgive often. Look at the problems in the world and then look at yourself. What can you do to help? Lead by example. Actions speak louder than words. Be curious. Ask questions. Don't be afraid of what people might say or think of you. When in doubt follow your heart. Don't hesitate for the things you want in life. Cherish your family and friends. Stay true to your word. Listen to peoples stories. Understand both sides of an argument. Live vicariously through books and people. Don't hold anyone back from anything...within reason. Hold others accountable. Share what you have. Take pride in being a good host. Always seek to progress. And remember, you are your own worst enemy.

As a woman growing up in this fast paced world, college is not just a campus where you will take classes but rather a taste of what you as yourself can begin to live by. This opportunity will allow you the chance to savor what you enjoy to do, not only in your spare time but also in your choice of extracurricular activities, in the choice of what leadership positions to take charge in. By involving yourself in different organizations you will constantly be giving yourself the ability to absorb a different experience than one where you need to be working for a living. So take these 4 years not a check off point in a life plan but rather as a woman who can and will engage herself in the options she lays before herself with the hard work and accomplishments you smile because of. Use your accomplishments as fuel to keep you moving forward and your mistakes as resting points to reevaluate the methods of your thinking. Use these years before you to see all that you can and change yourself in an improving matter where you will be proud of the achievements you are.